1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1974 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1974 Datsun 260Z is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Datsun 260Z weights approximately 380 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1974 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Datsun |
| Model | Giulietta | 260Z |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2581 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
